LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in Tucson, AZ

My clients are looking for caring, nonjudgmental support as they navigate anxiety, depression, life transitions, and body image dissatisfaction. I am passionate in working with my clients to explore values and identity, improve communication skills and relationships, and find peace with food and body image. I also enjoy supporting moms with perinatal mental health and helping college-aged adults navigate the unique challenges of young adulthood. I use a validating approach that emphasizes honoring autonomy and harnessing strengths to help clients live the life they are seeking.

Accepting New Clients in Tucson. Welcome! We are a team of highly trained and qualified counselors who can help children, adolescents and adults cope with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, trauma, LGBTQIA+, eating disorders, ADHD, grief, relationship problems, addictions, codependency, career/job related issues, OCD, school problems, anger, major life changes, decision making, gender identity, crisis intervention and stress. We are passionate about helping you find new skills that will help you manage your symptoms and target ineffective behaviors, beliefs and habits that impact your quality of life.

Accepting New Clients! Would you like to talk about gender with a caring professional in a confidential space? We are a therapy practice devoted to supporting teens, adults, and families who are transgender, non-binary, gender fluid, gender queer, or just wanting to explore gender identity. We can connect you to needed resources, write referral letters, and network you in to our LGBTQ+ supportive community. Most importantly we value creating safe and trusting therapeutic relationships so that we can be in the journey of gender identity with you and you do not have to go it alone.

Have you found therapy unhelpful in the past? If you are looking for a change and a new approach, we can help. Our team of skilled therapists have decades of experience helping individuals, couples and families overcome life's hurdles and feel fulfilled. We offer specialization in PTSD, CPTSD, developmental, religious and other specific trauma, working with neurodivergent individuals, borderline, narcissistic and anti-social personalities, suicidal thoughts, self-harm, OCD, phobias, eating disorders, addiction, disassociation and chronic pain. We strive for cultural competency and are passionate about LGBTQ & gender identity issues.

I have many years experience working in a variety of settings, including community behavioral health, residential treatment, and intensive outpatient programs. I have worked with individuals with a range of struggles including depression, anxiety, trauma, eating disorders, and substance abuse. I have a strong background in cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical-behavioral therapy (DBT), and mindfulness, and use an integrative approach to meet the unique needs of each individual.

As a dedicated psychotherapist and counselor, I am committed to creating a nurturing and secure environment where you can confront and overcome the challenges that may be holding you back. Recognizing that some obstacles are too great to tackle alone, I believe in the power of a collaborative therapeutic relationship to foster personal growth and drive positive change.

I am currently accepting new clients. I work with teens, college students, and older adults, offering a safe and affirming space, especially for LGBTQ+ clients. I have experience with ADHD, brain injuries, grief, and anxiety, and I’m committed to helping you navigate these challenges. I believe you are the expert on your own life, and I’m here to support you at your pace, focusing on what matters most to you. My role is to provide you with the tools you need to succeed.

I believe one of the bravest things you can do is begin to understand your own story. Whatever your problem, I will help you find a solution. Therapy is enriching and life changing as you raise your awareness and learn new ways to handle your life and emotions. There is no reason to stay in bad relationships, a job you hate, being stuck in anxiety/anger/depression or trauma. I will guide you to emotional freedom full of meaning and purpose.

You've reached this page because something in your life needs to change, and you want to get better. I am here to support you in whatever comes next. You may feel uncertain, but I know from experience we each already have all we need in order to unlock healing, growth, and greater life satisfaction. I will be your guide as we connect to that potential inside of you!

If you're ready for a kick-butt therapist, let's talk. I teach, support, inspire, give homework-and hold you accountable for making progress. Advanced techniques in EMDR will restore stability FAST. You will have fun again SOON & heal your traumas FOR GOOD. Big T & little t trauma work will pay off. It requires an investment of time & money, and you are worth it. Plan to cry & laugh a lot. My book, MidLife with Style, hit #1 on Amazon. Thanks everyone! I'll show you how to kick butt in Mid Life!

Facing difficult emotional and interpersonal challenges in our lives can be frightening but can also be a time for growth and healing. Talking with someone who listens without judgment, understands your concerns, and helps you clarify issues can be invaluable. I am a culturally competent therapist with experience working with various populations including, the LGBTQ community, adolescents, adults, couples, veterans, and those suffering from chronic illness. My therapeutic approach is solution-focused and strength-based, faith/spirituality can be incorporated into treatment as well.

Have you found therapy unhelpful in the past? If you are looking for a change and a new approach, I can help. I have more than 20 years of experience helping individuals, couples and families overcome life's hurdles and feel fulfilled. I have a passion for helping individuals overcome PTSD, CPTSD, developmental, religious and other specific trauma. I have experience working with neurodivergent individuals, borderline, narcissistic and anti-social personalities, suicidal thoughts, self-harm, OCD, phobias, eating disorders, addiction, disassociation and chronic pain. I am passionate about LGBTQ+ and gender identity issues.

I am a Gender Therapist in Tucson Arizona. I have been a therapist for over 30 years. I offer transition services to people who are transgender, non-binary or gender queer. I also work with the partners, friends and families of the above. I WORK WiITH PEOPLE WHO NEED SURGERY LETTERS OR INFORMED CONSENT LETTERS FOR HORMONES-NO MATTER WHERE YOU LIVE. I also have a referral list for Endocrinologists and Primary Care Physicians who work with transgender and non-binary people. I help my clients with name and gender marker changes,

ACCEPTING NEW TELE-HEALTH CLIENTS. I specialize in working with people struggling with Depression, Anxiety, Suicidal Thoughts, LGBTQ+ concerns, Trauma, Substance Use, Academic and Life Transitions, Relationship issues, Grief & Loss, Parenting, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Low Self-esteem. If your daily functioning is being impacted and you are struggling, participating in therapy can help you learn healthy ways of coping. As a mindfulness psychotherapist, I am passionate about helping people by creating a warm and non-judgmental environment and supporting them to live more fulfilled lives.

As a Therapist, I am here to help you navigate different life paths, celebrations and barriers. I utilize an integrative approach to therapy, incorporating holistic wellness into my practice. Some Therapeutic Interventions I use include Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Trauma Informed Therapy, Cognitive Processing Therapy, and Interpersonal Therapy. I believe reliance on empowerment and self-discovery are crucial to healing. My education includes a Bachelor of Arts in Clinical Psychology from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas in 2015 and a Masters of Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Southern New Hampshire University in 2022.

Have you been told you are too sensitive, too emotional, or too angry? Do you identify as an outsider, and/or experience discrimination for who you are? If any of this resonates with you, we might be a good fit! We can work together to identify changes you’d like to make, or provide an understanding and non-judgemental space to talk. Therapy can be a place to learn how to feel more comfortable setting boundaries with others, feel more comfortable saying “no,” and learn to make room for the things you want in your life.

I have over 40 years experience working with clients in Tucson, providing caring, compassionate, confidential therapy with a wide variety of folks. My work has often focused on trauma resolution with victims of domestic violence, sexual abuse, or recent trauma. I have extensive experience with adolescents, families, and with women who are working through life changes. I have worked with clients addressing gender dysphoria, both teens and adults working through transgender identity issues. My training is eclectic, including TA, GESTAULT, Guided Imagery, CBT, DBT, Mindfulness meditation, and EMDR. My goal is to find what works best for you.

Self-exploration is a lifelong process that can be challenging and at times overwhelming. Therapy can help us understand our emotions clearly and move toward creating positive change. My goal is to provide a safe space where you feel comfortable expressing yourself and exploring your needs and values. As a therapist, I prioritize your needs and offer a supportive, trauma-informed, and non-judgmental approach.

I have over 20 years of professional experience counseling adults in the areas of anger/emotions management, sexuality, relationships (love relationships, family relationships, social and work relationship) obsessions and compulsions, substance abuse, and sex-love-relationship addiction. If you are troubled by behaviors you cannot control, including the pursuit of sex, romance or relationships, or how you deal with your anger, anxiety, or other addiction, compulsion, or obsession, I am interested in talking with you.